Personal Requirements

Jobs in this field involve working with data to order, process or retrieve facts and figures, or to develop or administer policies and procedures. Activities include organising, using or updating information, such as files or accounts, developing or following procedures or systems, and the planning, budgeting, and staffing of an organisation.

aptitude for figures

well organised

able to work as part of a team

able to meet deadlines

good communication skills

aptitude for working with computers

Specialisations

Payroll Clerk

A payroll clerk calculates, prepares and distributes wages, taking into account overtime and deductions such as tax, the Medicare levy, health insurance payments and superannuation.

BAS (Business Activity Statement) Agent

A BAS (business activity statement) agent prepares the books and records of a business to assist in the completion of BAS obligations, including payroll obligations. BAS agents prepare and lodge Business Activity Statements and provide advice relating to tax obligations.

Collection Officer

A collection officer keeps records of people who are behind in payments, prepares reports of loans and accounts that have amounts owing and forwards on reports for legal action.